Airfix 1/72 Eurofighter Typhoon FGR.4 "Moggy" & Harker Typhoon MK.IB Plastic Model Kit

Airfix 1/72 Eurofighter Typhoon FGR.4 "Moggy" & Harker Typhoon MK.IB Plastic Model Kit

$54.99

Description

In advance of the nation’s commemoration events to mark the 80th anniversary of D-Day in summer 2024, Britain’s army of aviation enthusiasts found themselves regularly checking the social media feeds of the Royal Air Force Typhoon Display Team, just in case they made any interesting announcements. 

Sure enough, on a damp Monday in May, the doors of one of the Hardened Aircraft Shelters at RAF Coningsby opened to reveal a beautifully presented Eurofighter Typhoon, resplendent in 1944 camouflage and identification markings. 

The impressive scheme applied to Typhoon FGR.4 ZJ913 took inspiration from the RAF No.257 (Burma) Squadron Hawker Typhoon Mk.Ib flown by Pilot Officer Denzil Jenkins in support of the D-Day landings on 6th June 1944, complete with the black and white identification markings which were such a distinctive feature of Allied aircraft operating over Normandy on D-Day. 

This was a masterstroke by the RAF PR team, and this aircraft thrilled millions of people throughout the airshow season which followed, at commemorative events in both the UK and France, and whilst undertaking a successful tour of Canada. 

Enthusiasts were quick to give this distinctive aircraft a name of its own, and from that very first day at Coningsby, she was referred to as ‘Moggy’, another play on the squadron codes the aircraft wore, using the roundel as an O. 

Sadly, this attractive aircraft only served a single season as the RAF display Typhoon, but will be fondly remembered as one of the most popular RAF aircraft of the post-war era. 

'Moggy' can now take pride of place on your workbench, along with the aircraft that inspired her look, with both aircraft model kits in 1/72 scale.

What's Inside

Plastic model kits, instruction sheet, paint layout sheet and decals.

This remarkable dual set combines two legendary RAF aircraft models in 1:72 scale, featuring the contemporary Eurofighter Typhoon FGR.4 'Moggy' alongside the historic Hawker Typhoon Mk.Ib that inspired its eye-catching D-Day tribute design. Comprising 117 parts and rated at skill level 2, this dual set, enabling you to recreate both the original 1944 camouflage of No.257 (Burma) Squadron and the stunning 2024 homage on the RAF Display Team's aircraft.

Key Features

  • Twin pack includes both Eurofighter Typhoon FGR.4 'Moggy' and Hawker Typhoon Mk.Ib in 1:72 scale
  • 117 pieces with skill level 2 build, perfect for modellers aged 8 years and above
  • Authentic schemes celebrating the 80th anniversary of D-Day
  • Eurofighter Typhoon features distinctive black and white D-Day identification markings
  • Wingspan of 153mm on completed Eurofighter model
  • Recreate the historic 1944 No.257 (Burma) Squadron camouflage scheme
  • Decals for ZJ913, the RAF Typhoon Display Team aircraft from the 2024 season

History

As the nation prepared for the 80th anniversary of D-Day in summer 2024, aviation fans across Britain frequently checked the Royal Air Force Typhoon Display Team's social media for any exciting updates. Indeed, on a rainy Monday in May, the doors of a hardened aircraft shelter (HAS) at RAF Coningsby opened to unveil a stunning Eurofighter Typhoon adorned in 1944 camouflage and identification markings.

The striking design on Typhoon FGR.4 ZJ913 was inspired by the RAF No.257 (Burma) Squadron Hawker Typhoon Mk.Ib, piloted by Officer Denzil Jenkins during the D-Day landings on 6th June 1944, featuring the iconic black and white identification stripes that were a hallmark of Allied aircraft over Normandy on D-Day. This was a brilliant move by the RAF PR team, and this aircraft captivated millions during the subsequent airshow season, at commemorative events in both the UK and France, and during a successful Canadian tour.

Fans quickly gave this unique aircraft a nickname, and from that initial day at Coningsby, she was known as 'Moggy', a clever nod to the squadron codes she bore, using the roundel as an O. Unfortunately, this appealing aircraft only served as the RAF display Typhoon for one season, but it will be fondly remembered as one of the most beloved RAF aircraft of the post-war period.

'Moggy' can now be a standout piece on your workbench, alongside the aircraft that inspired her design, with both model kits beautifully capturing this extraordinary link between past and present.

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Key Specifications

  • Skill Level: 2

Full Specifications

Item Length - Without Packaging (cm)43
Item Width - Without Packaging (cm)20.5
Item Scale1:72 Scale
License lineBAE SYSTEMS is a registered trade mark of BAE Systems plc.
Contents (what's in the box) setsPlastic model kits, instruction sheet, paint layout sheet and decals.
Number of Scheme options1
Flying Hours2
Wingspan (mm)153

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Specifications

Brand Airfix

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